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FEBRUARY 2018 Project of the Month - The "Wanted Poster" Mirror!
Hello,
The Wanted Poster Mirror is a fun project that features two-sided machining to create a recess for the mirror on the backside and a Wanted Poster replica on the frontside! Just look in the mirror and whoever you see is “wanted” by the Law - turn in the rascal and collect a reward!
The project uses just the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. No other bits are required.
Main items you will need:
1) The Project File(s) (included):
• Wanted_Poster_Mirror.mpc
2) Board(s) with the following dimensions: 0.75" x 11" x 24.5"
NOTE: Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above unless using an appropriate jig.
3) Mirror Tile, glass cutter, glazer points, sheet of medium-thick cardboard for mirror backing, two triangle picture hangers, large-head nails (roofing nails)
4) Sandpaper, stain and/or paint and clear finish
5) A Dremel-type rotary tool with assorted sanding wheels and bits to sand small details. Optional tools: a small bench top belt sander
Apply your choice of finish.
Here’s what I used on the sample made from Select Pine:
• 2 coats of thinned Bulls Eye SealCoat. Sanded again.
(50/50 sealer and denatured alcohol)
• Several coats Krylon clear to seal
•Applied Rust-Oleum Wheat stain as a glaze
(brushed on and wiped off most of it)
• 2 coats of Krylon Clear Acrylic (flat) spray to seal
• “Dab painted” the lettering with flat black craft paint
using a piece of “Magic Eraser” as an applicator
• Several light coats of Clear Acrylic (flat) spray
